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1 Miss Rodeo Idaho Pageant Rule Book Royally Promoting Our Western Way of Life 2/15/17 M.R.I. Rule Book Page 1

2 About Miss Rodeo Idaho Miss Rodeo Idaho Since 1956 Contestant Eligibility Entry Procedures General Pageant Guidelines Conduct of Contestants Crowns and Banners Pageant Orientation Contract Scholarship Fund Administration Housing & Food Cell Phone Usage Transportation Chaperones Parents, Relatives and Friends Horses Dress Awards Presentation Awards 2016 Miss Rodeo Idaho Workshop M.R.I. and M.R.I. Elect Comment Sheets/Score Sheets Grievances Judging Guidelines Judged Categories/Events Horsemanship Personality Appearance Fashion Forward Public Speaking Modeling Private Interviews Written Test Photogenics Scrapebook Pageant Program Sales Award TABLE OF CONTENTS Appendices A. Dress Code for Pageant Events B. Horsemanship Patterns C. Scoring Criteria & Breakdown D. Pageant Program Ad Sales Requirements & Form E Miss Rodeo Idaho Lady-In-Waiting Official Title F. Social Media Etiquette The Miss Rodeo Idaho Pageant Official Rulebook is reviewed and updated on an annual basis by the Miss Rodeo Idaho Inc. Board of Directors. Questions and suggestions can be addressed to the Board at any time. 1/29/15 Miss Rodeo Idaho Rule Book Page 2

3 MISS RODEO IDAHO Royally Promoting Our Western Way of Life Miss Rodeo Idaho, hereinafter referred to as M.R.I., symbolizes the youth of our state who wish to further promote the sport of rodeo, and in so doing, promote our western heritage. She is the ideal western American young woman, and will represent our state and the sport of rodeo as she travels throughout Idaho and the country. Miss Rodeo Idaho will represent her state at the Miss Rodeo America Pageant. While spreading good will for her community and her state, M.R.I. is garnering the richest experience of her life, and is laying a solid foundation for her future. She receives gifts and donations from sponsors to assist with her expenses as she travels and promotes the great sport of rodeo. Karen Thorson Joni (James) Smith 1989* Kay (Weick) Dennis Rhonda (Vedvig) Bright 1990 Susan (Cox) Stauffer Andrea Schlapia 1991 Carolyn (Wyllie) Cutler Julia (Christensen) Shoemaker 1992 Donna (Fletcher) Crow Crista (Madsen) Smith 1993 Karen (Lavens) James * Carrie (Johnson) Wilson 1994 Nancy Sheldon Laura Hadley 1995 Parttie Anne (Nally) Lodge Kimberly (Williams) Brackett 1996** Bonnie Bruning Margaux (Edwards) Crockett 1997 Harriet (Sharp) Gleason Shelly (Williams) Wilcox 1998* Rosemary (Vassar) Weaver Selbi (Board) Duppong 1999 Yo (Willhite) Marts Kindi (Hess) Crystal 2000 Jackie (Bodenhofer) Brown Britny (Christensen) Field 2001 Carolyn (Harvey) Doherty Gabrielle (James) Rhoades 2002 Lana (Brackenbury) Parker* * Amanda Kent 2003 Ruth (Campbell) Schneider Ali (Swan) Shiozawa 2004 Lola (Anglin) Else Stefanie (Glore) Riley 2005 Jody (Walchel) Cada Scharlee (Roberts) Pennington 2006 Christine (Doherty) Holmes Morgan Anselmi 2007 Betty (Schnell) Freeman * Natalie (Bish) Quiroz 2008 Claudia (Pence) Dains Freya (Ford) Jensen 2009 Candy (Robertson) Grossaint Measha Gittins 2010 Susan (Carter) Rood Tricia (Crump) Knapp 2011 Diana (Rackham) Nielsen Caitlin Thornton 2012 Anna (Wagner) Casperson Erica (Greenwood) Weissenbeuhler 2013 Sharon (Cook) Chivers Hali Stutzman 2014 Vicki (Rutledge) Shields Dusti Olson 2015 Myla (Meiers) Nallion Heather Skovgard 2016 Neenie (Blake) Corr Hunter Rackham 2017 Michelle (Kelley) Warner Lisa (Lemrick) Boggs 1986 Nicole Hyman 1987 *Denotes Miss Rodeo America Suzanne (Tomtan) Stancil 1988 **Denotes Miss Rodeo USA 2/15/17 Miss Rodeo Idaho Rule Book Page 3

4 QUALIFICATIONS AND STANDARDS OF CONDUCT Preamble Miss Rodeo Idaho, Inc. is a private, non-profit corporation providing vision and leadership to Miss Rodeo Idaho, enabling her to represent the state of Idaho and enhance the sport of rodeo and promote our western heritage. M.R.I., Inc. hereby declares and establishes the following minimum Qualifications and Standards of Conduct that shall be applicable to all title and subtitle holders under contract to M.R.I., Inc. and all approved contestants competing for the title of Miss Rodeo Idaho. Establishment of this statement of Qualifications and Standards of Conduct by M.R.I., Inc. does not nullify, cancel, or preclude existing and additional M.R.I., Inc. rules, expectations, or practices now or in the future. M.R.I., Inc. reserves the right to amend its rules and operational guidelines by action of the Board of Directors. CONTESTANT ELIGIBILITY Each contestant in the M.R.I. Pageant shall comply with the following effective on the date of competition. Contestants must: A. Shall be a female as established by the gender at birth as shown on an official copy of her Certificate of Birth. Shall supply M.R.I., Inc. with one official copy of her Certificate of Birth. B. Must be at least 19 years of age as of July 1 st of the current year and not 25 years of age or older and will not have attained age 25 as of December 31 st of the Miss Rodeon America Pageant year. C. Have a high school diploma or the equivalent of a high school education. Shall supply copy of high school diploma or the equivalent of a high school diploma. D. Be a resident of the state of Idaho for a period of at least six months prior to the pageant. M.R.I. Elect must maintain permanent Idaho residency throughout her M.R.I. reign. E. It is recommended to be sponsored by an Idaho rodeo committee or a recognized organization such as a service club, chamber of commerce, sheriff s posse, riding club, etc. Sponsors will be recognized on contestant banners, tear sheets, programs, etc F. May not have been a previous M.R.I., any other state s Miss Rodeo, hold any other state title for any pageant, or previously competed in the Miss Rodeo America Pageant. If the contestant holds another title which has not expired prior to assuming responsibilities as M.R.I., she will forfeit that title and will not be allowed to wear any other crown or banner but M.R.I. if she is chosen as such. G. Shall not have ever been married. Married includes Common Law marriage if a legal status in states/countries in which she has lived. Idaho does not recognize common law marriage. Shall not be cohabitating or live as a part of a domestic partnership living arrangement or share living facilities with any person in a romantic relationship, or with a member of the opposite sex outside the degrees of consanguinity as established by law. Normal college dormitory/sorority living arrangements are specifically accepted from this rule. Contestant may not be engaged at time of application and pageant competition nor throughout year of reign. 2/15/17 Miss Rodeo Idaho Rule Book Page 4

5 H. Shall abide by all rules and regulations of M.R.I., Inc. including: M.R.I. Rule Book and attachments, pageant contestant rules, general rules, written expectations, official communications and documents, and verbal direction from competent authority (National Director, Judges, and Board of Directors). Concerns shall respectfully be brought to the attention of the involved Director(s), the National Director, Pageant Official or the President in a timely manner. I. Shall have executed and presented all required documents, consents, waivers, contracts and/or agreements presented as conditions or precedents to pageant competition, title or contracted party prior to the receipt of prizes, awards, scholarships, monies, or participation in approved activities. J. Shall abide by the laws of the jurisdiction(s) she is in. Shall have never been convicted of a felony crime (or equivalent, while a juvenile). Shall not have pending criminal charges (other than minor traffic violations, with the exception of DUI, Aggravated DUI, and Reckless Driving) or have adjudicated criminal sentences pending against her. Shall disclose to the Board by provided contestant affidavit her criminal history and pending sentences other than minor traffic violations. Shall have and maintain a valid operator s license. K. Must not have taken any actions, which in the good faith determination of the Board of M.R.I., Inc. will now or in the future is likely to cause harm or damage to the goodwill or reputation of M.R.I., Inc. This includes the improper use of social media to include but not limited to Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, MySpace, Instagram, Snap Chat or any other forms thereof. This also includes but is not limited to inappropriate language, pictures, videos, etc. L. Shall not be a principal (initiating) party in any civil action without prior written notification to the Board of Directors. The Board reserves the right to disqualify her for title or contract position in cases where the initiation or furtherance of a civil action is contrary to the stated purposes of M.R.I., Inc., or prejudicial to the positive image and effective representation of M.R.I., Inc., Miss Rodeo Idaho, or involves a significant conflict of interest. Shall disclose in writing to M.R.I., Inc. and pending civil judgments imposed against her. M. Shall not have been disqualified in prior pageant competition for misconduct and/or nonperformance nor have forfeited the Miss Rodeo Idaho title. N. Shall not have ever been pregnant or borne a child out of wedlock nor become pregnant during the term of the contract or competition. Any contestant not meeting the qualifications set forth above shall be denied the right to compete in the Miss Rodeo Idaho Pageant. 2/15/17 Miss Rodeo Idaho Rule Book Page 5

6 ENTRY PROCEDURES A. Each contestant must complete an official M.R.I. entry application. B. The non-refundable Pageant entry fee must be paid by the sponsoring organization and accompany the entry application. Only a money order or cashier s checks will be accepted. C. M.R.I. Inc. must receive complete entry application at the address indicated on the application. Complete Applications postmarked on the closing date provided will be accepted however, ed applications are not considered official. There are no exceptions. D. Each contestant will be required to sell a minimum of $ in Pageant Program Ads. Must submit a Pageant Program Ad Form and digital file (jpeg/pdf file) of a print ready ad for each advertisement sold. Please refer to Appendix D for more information. E. The following will be required with the application: PLEASE RETURN ENTIRE APPLICATION PACKET LISTED BELOW TO: MRI, Inc., PO Box 291, Nampa ID Non-refundable entry fee ($450.00) 2. Signed M.R.I. Pageant Application Form 3. Pageant Agreement Contract (Assumptions of Risk & Release, Waiver of Liability, Scholarship Letter of Understanding, and Release of Disclose and Warnings) 4. Code of Conduct 5. Personal Statistic Form 6. Medical Information Form 7. Background Affidavit and $20.00 Personal Check 8. Proof of Vaccination, and Negative Coggins Test on any horse stalled at the Idaho Horse Park 9. Copy of Driver s License 10. Proof of High School Education or Equivalent 11. 8x10 Color Photo (according to Photogenic), digital file must also be ed to pageant director. 12. Copy of Certificate of Birth 13. All Pageant Program Ad Forms (minimum of $200.00) and a digital file of print ready advertisement. 2/15/17 Miss Rodeo Idaho Rule Book Page 6

7 GENERAL PAGEANT CONDUCT OF CONTESTANTS 1. M.R.I. contestants and titleholders are expected to conduct themselves in an exceptional manner. Unsportsmanlike conduct will not be tolerated. Such conduct could result in the contestant being disqualified and may affect eligibility to compete in future M.R.I. Pageants. 2. Harassment and arguing between contestants will not be tolerated. 3. A judge may not be approached by a contestant or any individual with the intent to influence or harass. This includes approaching a judge online or through social media. Action of this type will be reported to the M.R.I., Inc. Board and disqualification of that contestant could result. 4. The pageant is not officially complete until contestants are checked out of their hotel room, or until the coronation is completed, whichever comes last. Contestants will be responsible for any damage done to the room. 5. Contestants are expected to abide by the M.R.I. Pageant Contestant Code of Conduct. CROWNS & BANNERS Contestants will not wear a crown at any activities (unless otherwise indicated by dress code). Contestants are required to provide their own Banner identifying their sponsor. All banners must be white with black lettering and worn at all pageant activities. PAGEANT ORIENTATION Pageant orientation will be held prior to the pageant. Attendance is mandatory. Parents are welcome. Transportation to and from orientation is the sole responsibility of the contestant. The orientation may consist of the following: 1. An opportunity to meet the contestants, their parents, and the M.R.I. Board of Directors 2. A description of pageant activities with the opportunity to ask questions and receive answers about those activities 3. Drawing for the order of a contestant s appearance in all pageant activities. (Draw horses will be drawn for in the arena at horsemanship events). 4. Will receive a copy of the final Composite/Scoring Breakdown that will be used for the Miss Rodeo Idaho Pageant. CONTRACT A draft copy of the contract the winner will be required to sign as 2018 Miss Rodeo Idaho Lady- In-Waiting and 2018 Miss Rodeo Idaho Contract will be furnished to each contestant prior to orientation. Winner will be required to attend the 2018 Miss Rodeo Idaho Workshop. SCHOLARSHIP FUND ADMINISTRATION Any Educational scholarships awarded during the M.R.I. Pageant are administered by the M.R.I., Inc. Board of Directors. Scholarships paid by the Snake River Stampede (if any) or M.R.I., Inc. will be paid directly by the SRS to the hosting university upon the approval of the M.R.I., Inc. Board and the submittal of the required documentation. Rules concerning the eligibility and use of these Scholarships are provided in the Application package Scholarship Letter of Understanding and Rules. HOUSING & FOOD Lodging and food will be provided for by M.R.I., Inc. during the pageant. All other expenses are the responsibility of the contestant. Contestants will want to have some spending money available to them during the Pageant for incidentals. 2/15/17 Miss Rodeo Idaho Rule Book Page 7

8 CELL PHONE USAGE The possession of and/or use of any electronic devices i.e.: cell phones, PDA devices, laptop computers, and/or any devices with internet capabilities are strictly prohibited by contestants during the competition. In case of emergency, all inquiries must go through the head chaperone. TRANSPORTATION Contestants in the M.R.I. Pageant are required to pay their own transportation to and from the site of the pageant. Transportation during the pageant needed for contestant functions outside of the hotel grounds shall be provide by M.R.I., Inc. for contestants only. In the event that contestants are released to their parents prior to coronation, contestants are required to arrive at M.R.I. functions on time and appropriately dressed. CHAPERONES Contestants are under the supervision of, and will be escorted by the chaperones to and from ALL functions during the pageant. A Contestant s clearing house will be available to receive all congratulatory letters and telegrams, phone calls, flowers, dry cleaning, etc. Parents, relatives and friends are required to use this means to make deliveries to contestants and will not contact them directly. Please refer to the Head Chaperone for any questions. PARENTS, RELATIVES AND FRIENDS 1. M.R.I., Inc. welcomes and encourages the presence of parents, relatives and friends of the contestants. No boyfriends will be permitted to fraternize with the contestants or to distract them. After the pageant begins, contestants cannot communicate with family or friends unless authorized by their chaperone. No parents will be allowed in the contestant s rooms during the pageant. At the judges discretion, a contestant may receive point deductions or disqualification for an infraction of this rule. 2. There will be some free time for the contestants during the pageant. This time is made available for visiting with family and friends. At no time will parents, relatives, or friends of the contestants interfere with the pageant committee or M.R.I. Inc. Board of Directors. 3. There will not be any parents, relatives, friends, trainers, etc. allowed in the horsemanship area before and during the competition. If anyone enters the warm up area or the arena or makes any other contact without permission, their contestant will be given point reductions or disqualification at the judges discretion. HORSES Contestants must provide a horse to be used for the presentation rides during the Rodeo and provide your own tack. Stalls will be provided during the competition at the Idaho Horse Park. You must bring your own feed and bedding. Any horse being stalled at the Idaho Horse Park must have Proof of Vaccination and a Negative Coggins Test. A friend or family member will be needed to clean and feed and exercise your horse daily. During the week of the pageant and rodeo rules regarding horses and parking at at the discretion of the Snake River Stampede. While spurs will not be allowed during the Horsemanship Competition, contestants may wear spurs during rodeo presentations rides, and coronation. Contestants must use the same horse for events including: rodeo presentation rides and coronation. All horses used for competition must compete in a bridle. (No snaffle bits, O ring, D ring) Stallions are not allowed. DRESS See Appendix A for specific dress requirements for each event. 2/15/17 Miss Rodeo Idaho Rule Book Page 8

9 AWARDS PRESENTATION All contestants are required to attend the Awards presentation. Contestants will wear full western attire including hat, boots, belt and banner. Should a contestant not attend the Awards presentation, or should a contestant attend without her full western attire, she will automatically forfeit her award(s) and/or scholarship(s). AWARDS Awards will be given to high point contestants in the following categories, including Horsemanship, Speech, Personality, Photogenics and Appearance. Awards and/or scholarships will also be provided for M.R.I., the First Runner-Up, and the Second Runner-Up. Specific awards and scholarships provided in each category may vary from year to year. Additional awards and scholarships may be provided. The Congeniality Award will be identified by a vote of all contestants MISS RODEO IDAHO WORKSHOP The 2018 Miss Rodeo Idaho Lady-In-Waiting will have to sign contracts immediately following the Coronation Brunch on Thursday, July 20 th at Still Water Hollow. This will not be optional and is considered a mandatory portion of the pageant. A date for the 2018 Miss Rodeo Idaho Workshop will be released at this time and is considered a requirement. This day is likely to begin at 8:00 a.m. in the morning and families may need to be prepared to have a horse parade ready by 9:00 a.m. We will be working to make this day as productive as possible for everyone included, for example to sign contracts, ask questions, take pictures, work on media releases, just to name a few. Be prepared to be available all day. M.R.I. AND FIRST RUNNER-UP At the conclusion of the contest, the winner and the first runner-up of the Miss Rodeo Idaho pageant will be required to sign a contract between herself and Miss Rodeo Idaho, Inc. The First Runner-Up will be expected to assume the role of Miss Rodeo Idaho in the event Miss Rodeo Idaho is not able to fulfill that responsibility. In that event, the First Runner-Up may or may not be provided with the same awards as originally provided to Miss Rodeo Idaho. The winner of the Pageant will be required to compete in the Miss Rodeo America Pageant in the year of her reign. Miss Rodeo Idaho s reign will begin December 15, and will end on the 7 th day after the Miss Rodeo America Pageant in which she participates. COMMENT SHEETS Each Contestant will receive a Personal Composite Score Sheet and possibly Judges Comment Sheets which will be mailed/ ed to each contestant within 10 business days after the completion of the pageant. If there is a dispute regarding score sheets, they will be sent to the Miss Rodeo America office to approve and verify they are in order. GRIEVANCES Grievances should be immediately brought to the attention of the M.R.I. Pageant Director. All grievances must then be submitted in writing by a contestant and delivered to her chaperone within 3 hours the incident to be delivered to the M.R.I. Grievance Committee. No other grievances will be acknowledged. The Grievance Committee shall consist of: the M.R.I. Pageant Coordinator, M.R.I. President, Head Judge and a Contestant Parent selected at orientation. They will utilize a fact-finding process which will include consultation with the contestant(s), the Board and the other Judges to make a determination. That determination will be considered final. The M.R.I. Pageant Director and the Board have full authority over the pageant and any decision they make regarding rules and participation is final. A grievance cannot be filed based on the outcome of the pageant. 2/15/17 Miss Rodeo Idaho Rule Book Page 9

10 Failure to abide by ALL rules listed within this rule book may result in disqualification or consequences to be determined by the Judges. JUDGING GUIDELINES Miss Rodeo Idaho contestants are judged in four categories, all of which are equal: horsemanship, personality, appearance, and knowledge/presentation. Scores from a contestant s speech, photogenic quality, interview(s), extemporaneous questions, horsemanship/rodeo knowledge questions, introductions, fashion show presentation, media interview, etc., will be added within those categories. The Miss Rodeo Idaho pageant scoring process will emulate the Miss Rodeo America Pageant format, with necessary changes approved to reflect the Miss Rodeo Idaho judged events. Please see Appendix C for Contestant s Composite Score Sheet (Scoring Breakdown) and Scoring Criteria. Judging will take precedence over all pageant activities and schedules. 1. M.R.I., Inc. will provide three to five judges, depending upon the number of contestants. 2. Judges are selected for their expertise in all fields of the competition. 3. Judges will judge all categories of the pageant. 4. All judges scores will be used. 5. Judges may call for impromptu judging of any additional events including but not limited to: interviews, room checks, tack checks etc. Contestants will be under constant observation of judges from orientation throughout conclusion of pageant. 6. A Head Judge will be chosen. 7. Judges may, at their discretion, deduct points if they see trainers coaching contestants from the side during the Horsemanship or any part of competition, or if they witness unsportsmanlike conduct at any time. 8. After each event, judges will hand their finished score sheets to the Head Judge, who will place the score sheet in a manila envelope. The Head Judge will seal the envelope and sign his/her name across the flap. The Head Judge is responsible for the integrity of the score sheets between the times the events end until that time the envelope can be delivered to a CPA or auditing firm. 9. The score sheets will be collected and sealed at the conclusion of each judged event and the sealed envelopes will be delivered on a daily basis by, a three-person committee; one being M.R.I., Inc. board members, the Designated Head Judge and one designated contestant parent to the auditing individual or firm who compiles, in private, the scores. MRI, Inc. may elect to make use of hotel safes and/or Courier Services for delivering scoresheets to the accountant. 10. When judging in all divisions has been completed, the auditors will determine which contestants have scored the highest in each category and in the overall scores. The highest overall score will be M.R.I.; second highest will be the first runner-up. 11. Scoring ties in Appearance, Personality, Horsemanship, Speech and Photogenics will be broken by referring back to the score of the Head Judge. That score will break the tie. If a tie still remains, the score of the next judge will be used, and so on until the tie is broken. 12. A tie score for M.R.I. (and first runner-up) will be broken by the Horsemanship scores. The contestant with the highest score in Horsemanship will receive the higher ranking. 13. The highest cumulative total of appearance scores in all judged events will win the Appearance Category; the highest cumulative total of personality scores in all judged events will win the Personality Category; the highest cumulative total of horsemanship 2/15/17 Miss Rodeo Idaho Rule Book Page 10

11 scores in all judged events will win the Horsemanship Category. Other specific awardees will be identified as those having the highest score in that area. 14. All decisions made by the Judges, M.R.I., Inc. Board of Directors and/or the M.R.I. Grievance committee are final. JUDGED CATEGORIES HORSEMANSHIP The purpose of this judged division is to select the young lady who rates highest in: 1. Horsemanship including control of mount and the way she handles any situation which may occur. 2. Balance the ability to sit a saddle. 3. Positions of hands, feet and seat. 4. Mounting and dismounting. 5. Confidence, appearance, and awareness of audience. It is not the horse, but the skill, understanding and ability of the contestant that will be judged. Each contestant will ride a draw horse in each of the two go-rounds of horsemanship competition. As in rodeo, there will be a draw for the order in which contestants compete, and also a draw for each contestant s mount. No contestant will ride the same horse in both gorounds. The pattern for the first go-round of Horsemanship competition will be railwork to show her mount to the best of her ability. Please see details at the end of rulebook in Appendix B for first go-round pattern specifics The pattern for the second go-round the contestants will re-draw from the horses provided and ride one of the three patterns outlined. The pattern will be selected by the judges just prior to the horsemanship competition from patterns numbered #1, #2, and #3 at the end of the rulebook. At the conclusion of the second go-round, the Contestant will complete a presentation ride. Note: (Please bring a flag boot with you). The contestant may be required to dismount and remount, perform rail work, or change the pattern as so designated by the judges, or do free style work. The patterns should be set by the reigning titleholder, if possible. The contestants may be asked to carry a flag and/or make a presentation ride following the completion of one or both patterns. Judges may, at their discretion, deduct points or disqualify from competition any contestant if they see trainers, family members, or friends coaching contestants from the side. PERSONALITY The purpose of this judged division is to select the young lady who rates the highest in: intelligence, including common sense and good decision making; overall conversational ability and ability to think on her feet and speak with maturity,intelligence and imagination; a positive outlook; knowledge of and conversational ability about rodeo, their state and other areas with special emphasis on grammar and enunciation; emits self confidence, maturity, high moral standards, sincerity and integrity; personality as reflected in choices of attire, overall appearance, eye appeal and a noticeable consideration of others; ability to project personality in the arena, on horseback, before an audience or on television; sense of humor and 2/15/17 Miss Rodeo Idaho Rule Book Page 11

12 professionalism in all aspects of the competition. Other considerations include showmanship, ambition, desire, and enthusiasm. APPEARANCE The purpose of this judged division is to select the young lady who rates highest in: attractiveness; grooming including neatness and cleanliness in every detail such as complexion, cosmetics, hands, fingernails, hair, and western apparel; poise which includes posture and lady like behavior; photogenic quality. A thorough demonstration and knowledge of proper western attire which may include: color coordination, proper fit, boots, crease and hat shape; dresses, skirts, and blouses should reflect a western image where evening gowns and/cocktail type dresses are not permitted; appropriate dress for all occasions. Contestants may choose to wear a dress or outfit more than once. Contestants are expected to appear in full western attire at all times unless otherwise specificed. This includes Wrangler pants or jeans, dresses, skirts, blouses, jackets, hats, boots, and belt with proper knowledge of current trends in western wear manufacturing. FASHION FORWARD GUIDELINES Titleholders must maintain a professional appearance at all time and balancing fashion trends and maintaining a profession image can be a challenge. These guidelines have been determined to help titleholders navigate this style. Please note that there is a time and place for when it is acceptable to dress fashion forward. For example: Rodeos. 1.) Must always wear a hat, belt, buckle, and banner unless otherwise notified. 2.) No sleeveless outfits and/or tank tops. Fashion forward must include a cap sleeve or longer. 3.) No cleavage. 4.) No bare or low backs. 5.) Skirt or Dress length may be no shorter than three (3) inches above the knee. Please take time to consider that the length does not vary while walking. 6.) No bare legs. May appear to be bare but must wear nylons, tights, or leggings. 7.) Make sure that all boots worn with dresses have a western heel and are not a fashion boot. JUDGED EVENTS PUBLIC SPEAKING a. Extemporaneous Speech- Each contestant will receive a topic from MRI. There are 10 minutes for each contestant to prepare a minute and a half speech. All speeches will be timed and the judges will be given the length of each contestant s speech. The purpose of this judged division is to select the contestant who rates highest on content; delivery, including use of microphone, enunciation and grammer; appearance, including poise; self assurance, including personality, projection to the audience, and eye contact; organization and subject relevancy to required topic. b. Media Event and/or Media Interview- The media event may be, but is not limited to prerecorded 45 second commericials about Miss Rodeo America, Inc., Miss Rodeo Idaho, Inc., Stampede for the Cure, Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association, and Snake River Stampede sponsors to be shown on screen following the contestant s speech. Judging is based on knowledge, poise, overall appearance, expression, eye contact, professionalism, and delivery. c. Extemporaneous Questions- questions will be asked of each contestant during pageant funtions. Questions may relate to the sport of professional rodeo, horse science, personality, and/or current events. Judging criteria includes but is not limited to the 2/15/17 Miss Rodeo Idaho Rule Book Page 12

13 ability to answer the question, delivery, knowledge, enunciation, and personality, which includes ablity to relate to the audience and sense of humor. MODELING Contestants will participate in at least one modeling pattern. Judging criteria includes: personality, appearance, creativity, initiative/flair, stage presence, proper presentation, and self confidence. PRIVATE INTERVIEWS Each contestant will be interviewed privately at least once, possibly twice by the judges for a minimum of 10 minutes and not to exceed 15 minutes each time. Judging criteria includes: 1. Correct answers to questions related to knowledge of the pageant, knowledge of the Pro- Rodeo World including PRCA and WPRA/PWRA (including current standings, history & organization), rodeo terminology, explanation of rodeo events, equine knowledge (including tack, horse care, feeding, diseases, anatomy, etc.) & current events. 2. Appearance 3. Personality TEST Contestants will be required to take a written test, which will consist of questions relating to the sport of rodeo, PRCA, WPRA, the Snake River Stampede and equine knowledge, etc. Tests will be scored with the highest score winning a special award. These scores will count in the total score; tests will be presented to the judges for their reference. Excellent sources of information are (but not limited to): * ProRodeo Sports News * Current PRCA Rule Book * ProRodeo Media Guide * * PRCA Official Facebook * *WPRA Official Facebook *Animal Rights vs. Animal Welfare (prorodeo.com) * * PHOTOGENICS The judges will score photogenic ability by the 8 x 10 vertical head and shoulders photograph that is submitted with Contestant Application and specific photos taken during the pageant by the Miss Rodeo Idaho Pageant Official Photographer. Photogenic Quality may include: Overall appearance, expression-attitude, choice of colors, personality, ablity to work with a photographer and eye contact with camera. SCRAPBOOK Miss Rodeo Idaho contestants will no longer be asked to submit a scrapbook and no award will be given. PAGEANT PROGRAM AD SALES AWARD Each contestant will be required to sell a minimum of $ worth of Pageant Program Ads. The contestant who sells the most will be given an award and no points will be given for this category. After the minimum requirement is met, the Contestant will receive 20% of additional sales. Please see Appendix D for Pageant Program Ad Criteria and Information. 2/15/17 Miss Rodeo Idaho Rule Book Page 13

14 SUBJECT TO CHANGE The 2017 Miss Rodeo Idaho Pageant Rulebook is subject to be revised prior to June 6 th. All contestants will receive notification of any changes. It is recommended to stay in contact with the Pageant Director so that all information and possible changes are easily shared. Photogenic: Orientation: APPENDIX A DRESS CODE FOR PAGEANT EVENTS Tentative Outfit of your choice, 8x10 color head- and-shoulders photo. Hat required (no crown or banner) Wrangler pant product required with shirt, vest or jacket. Private Luncheon with the Judges: Wrangler pants product; form-fitting blouse or shirt with long sleeves, any color. (Same as Orientation) Speech: SRS Buckaroo Breakfast (1): Horsemanship: Personality Interview: MRI Gala Night: SRS Buckaroo Breakfast (2): Horsemanship Interview: Private Luncheon w/ Judges: SRS Grand Entry Presentation: Pink on the Dirt: Western Elegance-Dress or skirt with blouse and/or jacket. Wrangler pants product; form-fitting blouse or shirt with long sleeves, any color. No vests or jacket. (Same as Horsemanship) Wrangler pants product; form-fitting blouse or shirt with long sleeves, any color. No vests or jacket. (Same as SRS Buckaroo Breakfast 1) Western Elegance- Dress or skirt with blouse and/or jacket. (May wear Speech Dress) Western Elegance-Dress or skirt with blouse and/or jacket. (May wear Dress already worn) Wrangler pant product required with shirt, vest or jacket (Same as Horsemanship Interview) Wrangler pant product required with shirt, vest or jacket. Wrangler pant product required with shirt, vest or jacket (Same as Horsemanship Interview) Wrangler pant product with grand entry attire, tiara, banner, and chaps. Contestants will be representing your sponsor. Outfit 1 Will be assigned upon confirmation of your pageant participation. Outfit 2- Fashion Forward-Fashion Forward or Trendy Western party attire outfit built around Stampede For the Cure. The outfit should include western boots, western hat, belt buck, banner, and accessories. (This is NOT a Western Elegant Event and a formal Fashion Show Dress will not be needed. Please see Fashion Forward Guidelines.) 2/15/17 Miss Rodeo Idaho Rule Book Page 14

15 SRS Rodeo Performance: Coronation Brunch: SRS Rodeo Cornoation: Wrangler pants product with Pink arena shirt (Stampede for the Cure night) or your choice/design. Chaps OK in arena for presentation ride and arena coronation. Western Elegance Dress or skirt with blouse and/or jacket. (Highly recommended to wear a dress you have competed in) Wrangler pant product with grand entry attire, tiara, banner, and chaps. Contestants will be representing your sponsor. (for 2018 MRI Lady-In-Waiting) All outfits require a western cowboy hat, belt with buckle, banner and appropriate boots which the outfit requires unless otherwise specified. Contestants must provide their own white with black lettering banner which will be worn at all times. Keep this in mind when designing your outfits. No crowns will be worn (except where noted). M.R.I. Horsemanship Competition Each contestant will ride a draw horse in each of two go-rounds of horsemanship competition. As in rodeo, there will be a draw for the order in which contestants compete, and also a draw for each contestant s mount No contestant will ride the same horse in both go-rounds. The pattern for the second go-round the contestants will re-draw from the horses provided and ride one of the three patterns outlined. The pattern will be selected by the judges just prior to the horsemanship competition from patterns numbered #1, #2, and #3 at the end of the rulebook. At the conclusion of the second go-round, the Contestant will end the pattern with a presentation ride. Note: (Please bring a flag boot with you). The contestant may be required to dismount and remount, perform rail work, or change the pattern as so designated by the judges, or do free style work. The patterns should be set by the reigning titleholder, if possible. The contestants may be asked to carry a flag and/or make a presentation ride following the completion of one or both patterns. All patterns will be executed as written, not as drawn. 2/15/17 Miss Rodeo Idaho Rule Book Page 15

16 APPENDIX B 2/15/17 Miss Rodeo Idaho Rule Book Page 16

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18 APPENDIX C 2/15/17 Miss Rodeo Idaho Rule Book Page 18

19 2018 Miss Rodeo Idaho Pageant Scoring Breakdown Due to unforeseen schedule changes that may occur, this Scoring Breakdown may change up to the beginning of the pageant. All contestants will receive the Final Composite/Scoring Breakdown at Orientation of the Miss Rodeo Idaho Pageant. *please note the scoring breakdown provided below is to be considered an example. You may receive a finalized composite by prior to the pageant and will receive a physical copy of the Pageant Composite at Orientation on July 16 th Scoring Criteria Points will be awarded to contestants in the major categories of Personality (300 total points), Appearance (300 total points), Horsemanship (300 total points) and knowledge/presentation and content/delivery (300 total points). Total Category Points (per Judge): 1200 Written Test (added once): 100 2/15/17 Miss Rodeo Idaho Rule Book Page 19

20 APPENDIX D PAGEANT PROGRAM AD SALES CRITERIA Each Miss Rodeo Idaho Contestant will be required to sell a minimum of $ in Pageant Program Ads. After the minimum requirement is met any amount they sell in addition to the minimum the contestant will receive 20% of that total amount back. All net proceeds for the Miss Rodeo Idaho Pageant Program will go to the scholarship foundation proportioned per division on money earned. 2/15/17 Miss Rodeo Idaho Rule Book Page 20

21 NAME COMPANY ADDRESS Miss Rodeo Idaho Pageant Pageant Program Ad Form CITY STATE ZIP PHONE FAX AD SOLD BY: CONTESTANT NAME Check Here Type Visible Size Price Full Page 8 x 10 $100 Half Page 8 x 5 $75 Quarter Page 4 x 5 $50 Business Card 3 ½ x 2 $ DEADLINE JUNE 6TH; NO AD GRAPHICS WILL BE ACCEPTED BY AFTER JUNE 6TH AND ALL MONEY AND AD FORMS MUST BE IN-HAND WITH THE PAGEANT DIRECTOR NO LATER THAN JUNE 6th OR IT WILL NOT COUNT TOWARD MINIMUM AD REQUIREMENTS AND WILL NOT BE PUT IN THE PROGRAM BOOK. Submission Guidelines: All ads must be submitted electronically to scharleepenn.mripageant@gmail.com in the following format: PDF EPS JPEG NOTE: There will be a $20 formatting fee for ads that do not meet the above specifications. Make checks payable to Miss Rodeo Idaho, Inc. This form and payment must be turned in with the Contestant s packet 2/15/17 Miss Rodeo Idaho Rule Book Page 21

22 APPENDIX E Title of Miss Rodeo Idaho Lady-In-Waiting At the conclusion of the 2018 Pageant, and crowning of the new titleholder, MRI-Elect and/or Miss Rodeo Idaho Lady-In-Waiting is recognized as an official title. The duration will be from July 20 th, 2017 until the passing of the crown and Miss Rodeo Idaho 2018 Contract Signing at a date, time, location which will be determined by the current Board of Directors. The purpose of this title is to allow for the Lady-In-Waiting to: 1. Make scheduled appearances that are in the best interest and at the direction of Miss Rodeo Idaho, the Board of Directors, and the Snake River Stampede. a. These will be very specific appearances only approved and scheduled by the current Board of Directors. No other appearances as Miss Rodeo Idaho Lady-In-Waiting will be allowed and every appearance will be made with the utmost respect to the reigning Miss Rodeo Idaho, and this includes all social media and online presence. b. Official appearances will be made in official Miss Rodeo Idaho Lady-In-Waiting Banner, Miss Rodeo Idaho Traveling Belt Buckle, and appropriate attire as requested by the Board of Directors 2. Work with specific members of the Board of Directors that will benefit her as Miss Rodeo Idaho a. Includes but not limited to the National Director, Marketing Director, and Sponsorship Director b. At the request of MRI, Inc. President a committee may be constructed to work exclusively with the Lady-In-Waiting that will then report to the Board of Directors 3. Work with scheduled coaches and trainers 4. Work on her Miss Rodeo Idaho and/or Miss Rodeo America Pageant Wardrobe 5. Plan her Coronation Party and funding opportunities with final approval being that of the MRI, Inc. Board of Directors a. Miss Rodeo Idaho Lady-In-Waiting will be able to approach sponsors and raise funds at the discretion of MRI, Inc. b. All expenses will be that of the Lady-In-Waiting, which may be reimbursed once funds are available 6. If the Lady-In-Waiting has a current sponsor and/or title which she needs to further represent, she will be able to continue to represent said title at non-official appearances i.e. rodeos, parades, local contests, and community events as her sponsor title and not as Miss Rodeo Idaho 2016, MRI- Elect, 2016 Miss Rodeo Idaho Lady-In-Waiting, Lady-In- Waiting. 7. The Lady-In-Waiting and family will recognize that this experience is a costly endeavor with a minimum expense of $10,000 for basic travel and appearances. They will be required to travel to Las Vegas in December of 2016 and attend all Miss Rodeo America Pageant Events. This expense which includes travel to, hotel, and tickets for all events will be an estimated cost of $ At the conclusion of reigning year, Miss Rodeo Idaho will be required to pay for the removal of her trailer wrap. This cost is a minimum of $700. APPENDIX F 2/15/17 Miss Rodeo Idaho Rule Book Page 22

23 Social Media Etiquette Miss Rodeo Idaho is an ambassador for professional rodeo and a role model for our western heritage and values. The young women involved with Miss Rodeo Idaho model goodwill, positive character and the highest level of integrity. MRI's involvement with social media must always reflect these qualities. While social media can be a marvelous tool, it can also quickly ruin the reputation of both an individual and a rodeo royalty program. The following guideline is intended to assist MRI in utilizing social media to its full potential to connect with family, friends, rodeo fans, sponsors, and all her supporters. 1. The MRI Facebook page is managed by the MRII Marketing Director. The current MRI (including the Lady-in-Waiting) may tag the Miss Rodeo Idaho, Inc. page in her posts pertaining to her title. These posts will then appear on the MRI timeline. 2. In ALL posts (including personal posts and MRI tagged posts) MRI will represent goodwill, positive character, and integrity. Do not post negative comments (this includes sarcasm). 3. In ALL posted pictures (personal and MRI tagged; in crown and banner and not) MRI will be dressed modestly. Skirts, dresses, shorts will be no higher than 3 inches above the knee. Refrain from low cut tops and backs. 4. Post frequently, but not excessively. A good rule of thumb is no more than 3 posts a day. However, if there is nothing to post about, then don't post--don't sacrifice quality for quantity. Great things to post about: positive experiences at rodeos and events, appreciation for sponsors, utilizing sponsors' merchandise/services, promoting local rodeos and community events, etc. 5. Absolutely no photos or posts with alcohol. 6. Be safe. Giving out too much personal information can open you up to unwanted advertisement at best and dangerous stalkers at worst. If you feel uncomfortable about a situation that involves the Miss Rodeo Idaho, Inc. page, report it to the Marketing Director. Personal safety comes first. Do not feel obligated to accept any friends to your personal page that you do not have a personal relationship with. 7. Write professionally. Use proper grammar and spelling. Do not abbreviate words. Do not excessively use exclamation marks and emoticons. 8. Lady-in-Waiting: Though we would like to keep the MRI Facebook page focused on the current title holder throughout her year, there are instances where it is appropriate for the Lady-in-Waiting to tag the Miss Rodeo Idaho, Inc. Facebook page. This mostly includes events that the Lady-in-Waiting is able to attend, that the current MRI is not. In all tagged posts, include "Lady-in-Waiting" after tagging the MRI page. Before tagging any photos, posts, or videos as the Lady-in-Waiting, request permission from the Marketing Director. Remember: Any photos, text, or videos you release through social media can never be retrieved or deleted. Though you may delete it, someone may have already downloaded it. When used properly, social media is a wonderful way to promote your rodeo, your organization, and your pageant. But it is also a reflection of those entities and yourself. So, ultimately, when in doubt...don't do it! 2/15/17 Miss Rodeo Idaho Rule Book Page 23